This week on the podcast we're talking about getting to inbox zero in one hour flat, the advice you need for your first job, and tweaking your gaming rig's settings for optimal performance. We're also answering your questions about how much RAM a Macbook can handle, how to travel internationally without incurring huge data roaming charges, and whether or not Chromebooks are worthwhile.

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News and Top Stories

Firefox 19 Arrives, Adds a Built-in PDF Viewer - Firefox users, the wait is finally over. Now you can read PDFs in the browser without needing a plugin. Firefox 19 also adds startup performance improvements, new features for developers, and the usual bug fixes.

Posterous Official Shuts Down, Starts Posthaven - The last time we discussed Posterous, it was close to a year ago when we talked about how to get your data out when it eventually closed. Now that the deadline is set and Posterous will shut down on April 30th, the founders of the site have launched Posthaven, a replacement they say offers the same features and will never shut its doors on you. If you can't wait for Posthaven, or don't want to pay, Just Migrate will move your posts to Tumblr right now.

Advice I Wish Someone Had Given Me for My First Job - Whether you're straight out of college or starting a new career path, that first job can be scary. You might think you know the ropes, but it's a lot more than just getting your work done. Here are a few tips Thorin wished someone gave him before he took his first job.

Questions and Answers

Each week we answer five questions from readers and listeners. Here's what we tackled this week.

Can I put more than 4GB of RAM in my mid-2010 MacBook? Can Macs be overclocked? Yes, you can add up to 16GB but the common recommendation is to use 1066mHz DDR3 RAM and not anything faster. If you order from OWC they'll help you out if there's a problem. They're the easiest path for upgrading, though you might save a couple dollars via Amazon. As for overclocking, don't do it. It's almost impossible on Macs, and generally a bad idea for laptops.

What's the most cost-effective way to use my UK smartphone when traveling in the US? Get a US SIM card from T-Mobile or AT&T with a pay-as-you-go plan. Make sure your phone is compatible with their US GSM frequencies and that they have decent coverage where you're headed. That should take care of most issues for you, but here are some other suggestions just in case.

What are your thoughts on Chromebooks? Should I get 3G or not? The consensus: we couldn't use them for anything other than casual tasks, so if you're in that camp don't get 3G. If you're going to use it frequently, however, 3G is probably worth the extra $100.

How Do I Submit a Question?

Please keep your questions as brief as possible. This means about 3-5 sentences for emails and 30-60 seconds for calls and videos. Your questions can be specific, but broader questions are generally better because they'll apply to more people. For example, "how can I breathe new life into my old PDA?" is much better than "what can I do with an old HP iPAQ 210?" Either way, we look forward to hearing from you!